A flight to Tbilisi takes you to the heart of the Caucasus and Georgia’s relaxed and charming capital, founded in the 5th century BC. Wander through the streets and squares of the Maidan (Old Town) and explore the Narikhala Fortress.
Explore times gone by at Tbilisi’s History Museum, housed in an old caravanserai, with its fascinating armaments, artwork and antique photo displays. Mix with the locals of Tbilisi at the Abanotubani, the popular sulphur thermal baths.
Take a day trip to Mtskheta, the spiritual heart of Georgia with its ancient churches, 10km to the north of Tbilisi. Or go hiking in the dramatic mountains surrounding Tbilisi, especially around Kazbegi, 120km to the north.
Locals in Tbilisi can’t live without khachapuri, delicious bread filled with cheese. Georgians prefer meat dishes, particularly specialities like khinkali (meat dumplings). Try the sweet fruity Georgian wines popular in Tbilisi, or the considerably more potent local chacha spirit. |